Black Eyed Peas to Perform at Ultra Music Festival (UPDATED)

There are some things in this world better left unexplained, but this is definitely not one of them. It's been confirmed that the Black Eyed Peas (yes, the very same ones that created the weapon of mass destruction called "My Humps") are set to perform at Ultra Music Festival next...

By Jose D. Duran

February 12, 2009

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There are some things in this world better left unexplained, but this is definitely not one of them. It's been confirmed that the Black Eyed Peas (yes, the very same ones that created the weapon of mass destruction called "My Humps") are set to perform at Ultra Music Festival next month. The Peas join other previously announced acts like The Prodigy, Paul Van Dyk, Tiesto, Bloc Party, Carl Cox, Deadmau5, Crystal Castles, Ting Tings, Santogold, Boys Noize, Cut Copy and more.

Yes, they stick out like a sore thumb amongst the current lineup, so it will be interesting to see how they blend into the mix. No official word yet on what day they'll be playing, but check back here for the update.

But tell us, what do you think about the latest booking?

UPDATE: The Black Eyed Peas are scheduled to perform Day 1 on Friday, March 27.

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Jose D. Duran is associate editor of Miami New Times where he primarily oversees the arts and culture and music beats. Jose joined the New Times staff in June 2008 but has been covering Miami culture since 2005. His work has also appeared in publications likeVice, Billboard, and Spin. He’s earned numerous accolades including placing first for Weekly Newspaper Contest: Business Reporting from the Florida Press Association in 2020; placing third for the Writing: Light Feature from the Florida Press Club in 2019; and placing third in Weekly Newspaper Contest: Best Obituary from the Florida Press Association in 2015. Jose holds a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Florida.

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